Sligo-Help for newbies.

[jdhayes]

Couild someone get me a copy of the Sligo Champion? I will meet you on Saturday at Shenanigans or the Garavogue. Thanks.

[carlowmike]

by jdhayes » Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:32 am

Couild someone get me a copy of the Sligo Champion? I will meet you on Saturday at Shenanigans or the Garavogue. Thanks.

Will keep one for you jdhayes,
We have a 100 copies and will post copies to anyone overseas who would like to have a copy.
email: carlowmike@gmail.com

[carlowmike]

People attending the Concert with not be permitted to bring in Picnic Hampers or alcohol to the Venue.
Bar facilities are available serving beer, wine & champagne.
Catering will include : Pasta, Paella, Falaffels, Gourmet Burgers and Oysters ( it is Leonard Cohen afterall )
As carlowmike stated in early post much the same as Kilmainham fare.
No smoking during the performances, umbrellas should not be open when seated.
Mobile phones should be turned off .
From M & L in beautiful Lissadell.

[mutti]

was raining this morning but clearing up... intermittent sun
Its so green and beautiful here in Sligo...
Les (Mutti)

[carlowmike]

I am busy at Mealy's, Rare Books etc., Auction all day today in Castlecomer but M & L will check in on the Forum intermittently from Sligo and answer any questions, please check previous Posts for transport information.
carlowmike .

[jdhayes]

Thanks, carlowmike! See you Saturday.

[Aloevera]

Hi all,

It was wonderful to meet Diana, Lesley and Ciaran on Monday in Dublin's fair city. Can't wait to meet you again in Sligo.

A huge Cead Mile Failte (100,000 welcomes)to all our overseas guests.

To Leonard, the band, management and crew - thank you so much for gracing Ireland with your wonderful presence once again - we are the luckiest fans in the world.

Jarrko & Eija- thanks for everything.

The latest news to report is Tinderella (Bernadine) will be with us in Sligo - hurray! She will be down on Sunday.

I can't work with the excitement of it all!!!

See you all on Saturday.

In song. Paula

[bakkushan]

People attending the Concert with not be permitted to bring in Picnic Hampers or alcohol to the Venue.
Bar facilities are available serving beer, wine & champagne.
.

I think it is right to ban glass - it's a safety issue and a pain to clean up.
But banning picnics/alcohol generally sounds like is just to protect the profits of the caterers. Surely they should be encouraging people to arrive early, bring a picnic and make the most of the great location?

If it turns out to be possible to get a decent plate of food for €5-7, with minimal queues (as was the case at the Festival of World Cultures in Dun Laoighre last w/e, with a similar size crowd), then I will take it all back.

B

[swan13]

by jdhayes » Thu Jul 29, 2010 10:32 am
Couild someone get me a copy of the Sligo Champion? I will meet you on Saturday at Shenanigans or the Garavogue. Thanks.

Will keep one for you jdhayes,
We have a 100 copies and will post copies to anyone overseas who would like to have a copy.
email: carlowmike@gmail.com

Mike can you please keep me copy. I will be arriving sat afternoon. Many thanks for this and all your help and hard work over the past few months, my goodness what will you do with yourself next week? Look forward to meeting you. Liz

[imyourwoman]

If it turns out to be possible to get a decent plate of food for €5-7, with minimal queues (as was the case at the Festival of World Cultures in Dun Laoighre last w/e, with a similar size crowd), then I will take it all back.

B

I do hope the arrangements are better than those at Weybridge last year, where one had to queue for an hour to get a drink, and pity the poor souls who wanted to use the toilets during the interval!

[Eamonn Lawless]

I have one ticket in section B for Saturday night at cost price - anyone interested can contact me at eltraining@iol - i live in Sligo

[carlowmike]

Met with the "ambassadors" today in Sligo,
they are all primed and ready for action.
Here is a reminder of their role:
several organizations including the "Coming Together for Sligo" committee have promoted a recruitment drive for volunteers to act as "ambassadors" during the Concert weekend .
This idea was first mentioned by Forum member "jeney" as a suggestion for carlowmike to bring to the "Coming Together for Sligo" meeting in June, thank you jeney .

Ambassadors will operate at various spots around Sligo town and assist visitors.
Both the volunteers and front line business staff have received training,
the "ambassadors" will be clearly identifiable on the streets, they will be placed in key locations around Sligo town.
Several training sessions for volunteers have taken place and businesses have availed of the opportunity to have their staff informed and updated of relevant details pertinent to the Concerts and also be knowledgeable on other aspects relating to Sligo.

It is arranged that hotels will provide volunteers with meals over the weekend . M & L in Lissadell .
Further information on http://www.volunteersligo.ie .

[musicmania]

Just got this email from Ticketmaster. I'm ignoring the point about cameras!!!!!

Ticketmaster would like to take this opportunity to thank you for booking your tickets to Leonard Cohen with us. Please read this email carefully as it contains important information regarding the event.

If you selected "mail" as your delivery method, your tickets should have arrived at their intended destination at this stage. If you have not received your tickets by now please contact Ticketmaster Customer Services:

Phone Number:

Republic of Ireland: 0818 903001
Northern Ireland & UK: 0844 277 9964
International Customers: 00 353 818 903001

Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 09.30 to 18.00

Box Office Information

If you selected Box Office Collection, your tickets will be available for collection on the day of the event. The box office will be open from 14:00 on the day and will be located located outside the grounds in the Ticketmaster Van. Please bring the credit/debit card used to purchase the tickets in addition to the Ticketmaster reference number as proof of purchase.

Event Information

Leonard Cohen - Lissadell House- 31 July 2010 - 1 August 2010

Gates: 16:00
Leonard Cohen: 19:30

* Times are subject to change


Traffic Management

Buses: To reduce traffic congestion and delays book your place on the priority coach service. Serving all main hotels and towns in the Sligo area. www.DiscoverSligo.com

From Dublin
Friday 30th July Depart Busáras 2.30pm
Returning directly after the concert. EU32. Book at www.buseireann.ie

Coaches from Belfast; www.coachestoconcerts.co.uk

Trains: Check scheduled timetable for trains Sligo at www.irishrail.ie. Bus Eireann have buses departing Sligo bus station adjacent to train station at 3pm, 3.30pm & 4pm Fri, Sat & Sun going to concerts.

Driving: Check www.aaireland.ie/routes for directions to Sligo. Once in Sligo drivers are advised to take the N15 and follow signage to concert parking

Car Parking: Ample free car parking at the venue. Car parks are on average approx 10min walk to seating. Follow the signs and Garda directions.

Taxis Drop Off/Pick up: Drop off is Oxfield Community Centre. There will be a shuttle service into concert site. The fare is EU2.50 each way for this shuttle and it will take approx 7mins. There is no facility to drop patrons to and collect from venue.

Disabilities: Cars displaying official disability badges will be directed to Oxfield Community Centre to park. Transportation will then be provided directly into the venue.


Do's and Don'ts

• Note that admission is strictly by full ticket only. Please have your ticket available for inspection at main entrance to the venue.
• The concert takes place outdoors on the grounds (grass lawns) of LISSADELL HOUSE, SLIGO. Attendees should dress sensible for all weather and are advised to bring weatherproof clothing as well as sun cream.
• Patrons are recommended to come early to enjoy the beautiful surroundings
• Note there are two free public car parks at the venue
• Disabled Access/Facilities - Vehicles with a disability badge will be directed to the Oxfield Community Centre to park. Accessible sanitary facilities will be provided at concerts.
• There is no pedestrian access to site
• Note that catering facilities are available and will include Pasta, Paella, Falaffels, Gourmet Burgers & Oysters. Picnic hampers will not be permitted
• Note that bar facilities are available serving beer, wine & champagne; photo ID may be requested for sale of alcohol.
• In consideration of the other patrons enjoyment of the shows there can be no smoking during the performances, umbrellas should not be opened when seated and mobile phones should be turned off. Similarly concerts of this nature are unsuitable for young babies.
• A First Aid Tent will be situated on the grounds for any medical attention needed, a steward will assist you in locating it if required. There are medics on site who are fully equipped to deal with all medical situations.
• Note that patrons may be searched on entry in a manner permissible by law.
• Note there will be no re-admission. Once within the confines of the concert arena patrons will not be able to go to their cars and return.
• Note that alcohol should be consumed in moderation.
• Note that Official Merchandise will be on sale within the venue
• It is not permissible to bring bottles, cans, alcoholic beverages, glass containers, weapons of any sort or projectiles. Anything that may be considered offensive will be removed from the person on arrival.
• It is not permissible to bring cameras or recording equipment into the concert
• Please respect the privacy and property of nearby residents and those in the vicinity of the Lissadell House. And please respect and enjoy the beautiful grounds of Lissadell House.


Ticketmaster and the promoter would appeal to all fans to respect the local community by not littering, not engaging in anti-social behaviour and by not parking illegally. The security measures being taken are for the safety of all.


Thank you for your assistance - enjoy the event.

Best Regards

Customer Services Team

[MaryB]

Hi carlowmike,

One more favor - could you please save a copy of the Sligo Champion for me also? Thank you in advance!

Warmest regards,
Mary

[jdhayes]

Let's hope the early comers don't drink Sligo dry before the rest of us arrive on Saturday! Weather is looking good for Sunday but there might be the odd shower on Saturday. I'm still optimistic that the showers will be gone by evening time. It might be cool though, so bring warm clothing!